Trainee - Anonymous employee Oxford Instruments Employee Review

Management values workers hard work and will give promotion to those that deserve to be promoted.

No cons No comments Some politics Some managers not so good Good workers are let go without real cause.

Company outlook is good, job security for those who don't break. A handful of great senior guys who will help when they're not overloaded themselves. Starting pay is above average, yearly performance-based raises. For those that can last a few years, the variety of experiences look great on your next resume.

Advertised as 85% travel but really pressured for 100% with no proactive regard for employee welfare, must demand breaks to get them with significant pushback. As the company boasts banner years, they cut employee per diem and other travel benefits to further maximize profits. Hemorrhaging senior talent. Increased "attaboys" and non-monetary verbal recognition as compensation. Inner circle of employees cultivated by senior management as Yes-men to give vocal support to unpopular decisions. Employee feedback response is "that's coming from corporate, we're just implementing the policy. " Growth is time-gated while hiring engineers with 20+ years experience. Little to no support, procedures or documentation for the product line an FSE is expected to maintain--learn by banging your head against the wall.